Bryan Whittier is a dynamic new composer who recently graduated with a MA in Composition from the University of New Hampshire. With a deep-rooted passion for both classical and contemporary compositions, Bryan’s musical journey began at a young age, honing his skills on various instruments and exploring music through video games and film. Throughout his academic career, Bryan distinguished himself with his innovative approach to composition, blending traditional techniques of theory and counterpoint with modern influences of film scoring and video game music to create captivating musical landscapes that resonate with audiences of all kinds and creeds.
Bryan’s primary works are for solo vocals, solo instrumental, wind ensemble, choir, chamber group, and more, as well as film scores, video game scores, and other media. Bryan’s background is in classical and theatrical vocal performance, as well as in piano and percussion. As Bryan embarks on the next chapter of his career, he remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of contemporary composition while staying true to his classical roots. With a commitment to innovation and a profound understanding of the power of music to evoke emotion and inspire change, Bryan Whittier is poised to make a significant impact on the world stage as a composer of extraordinary talent and vision (if he does say so himself!).
When not composing, Bryan enjoys furthering his knowledge of video game music by playing altogether too much of them, especially from the The Legend of Zelda and Pokémon series. He loves reading Brandon Sanderson novels and spending time with his fiancée and two cats at their home in Newmarket.